Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 12, 2016

When it comes to borrowing money, having bad credit can limit your options. If you are in need of money and don’t have the time to go through a credit check, there are other ways you can get access to cash. In most all cases you can get loans with no credit check from your friends and family. Pawn Shops.

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Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Saving money on gas is a top priority for many. In this post, we will explore effective ways for saving money on gas. Tips for Saving Money on Gas Like most of our articles on saving money, it starts with taking an honest look at your overall budget and spending. If you put forth the effort, it will pay off!

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In this article, we’re sharing our top tips to help you save money when traveling without sacrificing a thing! If you feel like a vacation is out of your reach, these tried-and-true ways to save money when traveling will help you get there without breaking the bank! Some people see traveling as a luxury, but I see it differently.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 13, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: The following post comes from the NerdWallet.com team, experts in helping users find the right rewards credit cards. 4 of the Craziest Credit Card Scams. Then to top it all off, there are credit card scammers out there that are looking to get your personal information.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

This is a simple guide to getting the biggest bang for your buck when shopping at Sam’s Club. Read on to learn all about Sam’s Club membership , Instant Savings Book , Last Chance Buys and member credit card perks. An unwritten perk of warehouse shopping is the free samples! Sam’s Club Credit Cards.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 13, 2011

Equating credit cards and being eco-friendly may seem like a stretch, but there are many options available for those who are environmentally conscious and carrying plastic. As a matter of fact, a credit card might be a better idea all the way around for the environment. Four Crazy Credit Card Scams.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 12, 2013

He has successfully inspired thousands of people to a life free of credit cards and debt. It just seemed easier to us to carry and use credit cards versus cash. But Dave Ramsey and Financial Peace University challenged us to think about credit cards & cash differently. Do you use credit cards or cash?

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NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The season of family, faith, food, and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending if you’re coming up short. Our goal is to NOT put our Christmas purchases on a credit card.

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Couponing 101

MARCH 26, 2019

When I looked back at the last three months, I realized my resolution for saving money was not on track. If that sounds like a system you would benefit from, read on for my step by step guide on how to use the envelope budget method to save money. I recommend choosing the category where you currently spend the most money every month.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 22, 2013

Teaching your kids about money is one of the best things you can do to set them up for financial success in the future. Here are seven things you should teach your kids about money, helping them become better spenders, savers, and investors. Spending Money. What lessons have you taught your kids about money? Giving Gifts.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Here are some tips on how to save money on baby items. It’s tempting to rush out and start buying baby items from the moment that your pregnancy is confirmed but this will inevitably mean that you spend a considerable amount of money. Shop around to make sure that you’re really getting the best deal. How vital is the item?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 30, 2014

I have averaged 2-3 trips per year within North America, each one bringing different money saving (and splurging) opportunities and challenges. Even so, after spending hundreds of dollars on food on my trip to NYC, I began to look more into saving some serious money on dining for my next trip. Grocery Shop. Daily Deal Sites.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 11, 2019

This is a simple guide to getting the biggest bang for your buck when shopping at Target. These discounts are different from the ones you see posted in the items, so be sure to shop using both! Target’s subscription service is not only a time saver, it’s a money saver! Subscribe and Save.

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Couponing 101

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

As your shopping list grows, so might your overwhelming sense of dread. These eight ways to save money on holiday gifts can keep more money in your wallet. Shopping sales is one of the most obvious (and fun) ways to save money. Shop Early. Shop Last Minute. Agree on Limits.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2015

He writes at Debt Discipline about about how his family of 5 deals with money, budgets and debt. We have involved our children in our money discussion once we decided to become debt free. It was all consumer debt spread over 5 credit cards. We cut up our credit cards and never used them again.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 21, 2012

But did you know that Pinterest is also a fantastic resource for saving money? Whether you’re spending minutes or hours pinning photos of your favorite meals, outfits or vacation destinations, there is a wealth of money-saving knowledge floating around on those boards. Has it helped you save money? If so, how?

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Puppy scams remain consistently profitable for scammers because their multi-tiered setup allows them to convincingly go back to a consumer several times to ask for money, according to an update of a Better Business Bureau ® (BBB ® ) study. BBB tips for researching puppy sellers: See pets in-person before paying any money.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Shopmium Savings Expert Lisa Thompson offers easy ways you can recoup some of that cash while holiday shopping: Use a cash back app for everyday purchases. Activate the offers you like before you go shopping. It’s like getting free money! Get cash back when you shop online. Get cash back when you shop online.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 5, 2012

If your finances are tight and you already have several credit cards with high balances, it is time to change your shopping behavior to save as much as possible. How to Shop Wisely. We do this every month and it has saved us a ton of work and money. Related posts: How to Save Money on Water Costs.

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Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

That merry time of year that is filled with faith, family, food, and a little bit of shopping. Americans will spend about $900 on holiday purchases** and unfortunately, many people will get a little surprise in the mail in January when the credit card bills start rolling in. Find the Money. Christmas is coming!

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Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 15, 2021

As mentioned, Upromise is a shopping portal, similar to Rakuten. Anytime I shop online, I log into Upromise to see if that business offers cashback on purchases. If they do, I click on the “shop Now” button on Upromise, make my purchase and in a few days, the cashback is put into my Upromise account.

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Fashion Without Guilt

APRIL 10, 2013

Online Shopping is the “FUTURE” method of retail consumption. I am a Sucker for Online Shopping. Bible Money Matters has a detailed break down of great tips on How To Save Money While Shopping Online. This article below is verbatim from the Bible Money Matters. Read a full Ebates review.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2014

Millions of customers had their data stolen, including credit and debit information. Even though I haven’t shopped at a Target in years, my partial data was stolen, and I’ll need to be vigilant when it comes to my identity. My credit card information was vulnerable during the PlayStation Network breach of a few years ago.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

“How to Live Large and Have Fun”, “How to Spend Millions on Credit and Never Pay a Dime”, “Live Large and On Charge…Cards”, “Living High on the Hog: The Art of Budget Busting”…these are all titles of fictitious books, but they might as well be bestsellers. Spend, spend, spend, even when you don’t have the money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Between credit card offers in the mail promising great rewards and the ability to borrow money for next to nothing, debt can be enticing. When I was 18, I got my first credit card. As a result, I ended up getting myself into a couple thousand dollars worth of credit card debt on things that I didn’t need.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2011

They hate spending money, but love to invest and make money. When you start to look at your money and the things you buy as investments and expenses, it will totally change your spending habits. For example, buying food and paying rent do not make you any money. So, how have you saved money in your life?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 2, 2011

Here are a few money tips to help you plan your back to school activities and maybe reduce that $600 per child amount. In “ Back to School Shopping Can Be a Good Finance Lesson For Children ” published on NewsOK, the author suggests that additional lessons can be learned such as: keeping within the budget. I love to shop garage sales.

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

My found money in August was made up of a lot of little amounts and unfortunately, was not as high as in previous months. I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to not only help us get through current higher food and gas prices but also to help us achieve our big financial goals. Show me the money!

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

If you don’t have a credit history, it’s hard to get a loan, a credit card or even an apartment. But how are you supposed to show a history of responsible repayment if no one will give you credit in the first place? There are also ways to use rent, phone and utility payments to build credit.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

How did you get interested in saving money? At age 12, I started saving up my allowance and babysitting money to buy Christmas gifts for other children who were less fortunate. What’s the “why” behind your money-saving efforts? What’s an embarrassing money mistake you’ve made?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 18, 2011

The most obvious way of saving a significant amount of money on car insurance is to adequately comprehend the insurance requirements of your city or state. It is always better to shop around a little bit or get quotes from various car insurance companies. Pay your insurance bill using a cash back credit card.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Key takeaways A personal loan is money you can borrow to finance large purchases, consolidate debt, invest in yourself or cover emergency expenses. Working to improve your credit score and reduce your debt-to-income ratio before applying can help get you the best loan terms. You will also start to repay the money.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 11, 2019

This is a simple guide to getting the biggest bang for your buck when shopping at Target. These discounts are different from the ones you see posted in the items, so be sure to shop using both! Target’s subscription service is not only a time saver, it’s a money saver! Subscribe and Save.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 8, 2013

I learnt many of them from personal experience when I realized that I had to do something about my credit card debt that was spiraling out of control. I was spending more than I earned, using my several credit cards to buy just about everything and paying off one balance so I had enough credit to pay another.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 15, 2013

As I read financial blogs, I find that a lot of bloggers seem to like to pay for everything with their credit card. You can get rewards or cash back , the credit card company tracks all your purchases for you and may even show you a yearly statement indicating the percents you spent on that card in various categories.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Simply fill in your outstanding loan amounts, credit card balances and other debts. Fill in your outstanding loan amounts, credit card balances and other debts to see what your monthly payment could look like. Personal loans A personal loan is an unsecured loan that, unlike a credit card, has equal monthly payments.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The simple truth is that not many people have enough money saved up to buy a car. You will find first-hand experience on how expensive or easy it is to maintain, the best auto shops for that model, and a lot on the car’s reliability or best practices to enhance that reliability. This ends up saving you more money.

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